State Lawmakers Try to Crack Down on ‘Ghost Jobs’
Aug 21, 2026 · 9m
Summary
The Supreme Court allows Trump’s White House ballroom construction to continue, while his plan to import cheap beef faces industry pushback. Bitcoin surged 22% as investors anticipate crypto regulation, and Fannie Mae laid off dozens of staff. Meanwhile, states like New York and Pennsylvania are introducing legislation to ban "ghost jobs," addressing job seekers' frustration with fake listings.
Topics discussed
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Show Intro and Headline Teasers
Supreme Court Allows White House Ballroom Construction
Trump's Plan to Lower Beef Prices via Imports
High-Ranking Officials Depart Fannie Mae
Markets: Bond Yields High, Stocks Mixed
Bitcoin Surges on Regulatory Hopes and Yields
GM Investigation into Engine Failures
The Problem of Ghost Jobs and New Legislation
Outro and Upcoming Episodes
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